Robert Scott

1944 - 2021

Robert Scott, 76, of Flatwoods, passed away January 8, 2021 in King’s Daughters Medical Center.

Mr. Scott was born January 27, 1944 to the late George Scott and Flora Hood Scott Miller in Detroit, MI.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife of 47 years, Mary Yates Scott; and one brother, Philip Scott.

Robert was a member of the Flatwoods Freewill Baptist Church. He was known for his quick-witted personality and generosity that he tried to show to everyone. In his younger years he enjoyed squirrel hunting. Aside from his family, his love was his classic Chevy Blazer.

He is survived by two daughters, Kim (Phillip) Adkins and Sherry (Mike) Shannon; four grandchildren, Bethany (Dallas) Imes, Katelyn Adkins, Brandy (Brandon) Brewer and Ryan (Angel) Sullivan; five great-grandchildren, Levi and Deacon Imes, Aidan, Xander and Lincoln Sullivan; girlfriend, Bernice Chaffins; two caregivers, Debbie Rister and Angie Harmon; along with a host of close family and friends.

Funeral services 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Carman Funeral Home with Pastor Danny Brown officiating.

Ronald Prescott

1932 - 2021

Ronald LeRoy Prescott, 88, of Raceland, KY, went to be with the Lord, Monday, January 4, 2021 in King’s Daughters Medical Center.

Ronald was born November 30, 1932 to the late Alta and Burt Prescott in Clear Lake, Iowa. 

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by five brothers and sisters, and his daughter, Charlene May Crandall of Waverly, Ohio.

He attended and worked in the Flatwoods Freewill Baptist Church.

He joined the U.S. Navy in 1952 and served 13½ years, being stationed in Alaska for one year, in Japan for two years and Washington, D.C. at the Pentagon, as well as several states.  He was a First Class Teleman when he met the love of his life, Helen, who was also in the U.S. Navy.  They had known each other only six weeks when they were married by the Baptist Chaplain, in a Methodist Church in Arlington, Va.  They were married 63 years, 8 ½ months. 

Ronald worked in the U.S. Post Office until retirement.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife Helen and two daughters Brenda L. Prescott of Flatwoods, KY, and Annette (Tom) Evans of Kingston, Ohio and five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Funeral Friday, January 8, 2021 at Carman Funeral home in Flatwoods, KY, with Danny Brown officiating.

Burial Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North East.

Nancy Craig

1938 - 2021

Nancy Carol Fannin Craig, 82, of Greenup, Ky., passed away Monday, January 4th, 2021, in the Carmel Home, Owensboro, following a long illness.

Mrs. Craig was born April 13, 1938, in Raceland, the daughter of the late Gene and Lola Fannin.

Mrs. Craig was a retired educator. She spent most of her administrative career in the Raceland-Worthington Public School System. She was a member of Herald Memorial Methodist Church of Raceland. 

Mrs. Craig will be remembered fondly by her students at Greenup High School as a devoted instructor, mentor, and accomplished vocalist.

Mrs. Craig was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Luther E. Craig. She is survived by her daughter, Denise Hamilton, and son-in-law, Jody, of Owensboro; two grandchildren, Casey Hamilton and Neena Gaynor; and three great-grandchildren, Kennedy Hamilton, Josey Gaynor, and Wiley Gaynor.

Graveside service Friday, Jan. 8, 2021, at Bellefonte Memorial Gardens in Flatwoods with the Rev. Paul Badgett officiating.

Carman Funeral Home arrangements.

Dora Collier

1927 - 2021

Dora Collier, 93, of Grayson passed away Saturday, January 2, 2021 at King’s Daughters Medical Center. She was born May 14, 1927, in Buenos Aires, Argentina; a daughter of the late Salvatore and Maria Baldi Russomanno.

At the age of seven her family moved to San Giovanni, Italy where she met her future husband, James Collier, in 1944 during World War II. They were married in 1945 and moved to Kentucky in 1946 after he completed his tour of duty.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Collier; a son, Robert Collier; a daughter-in-law, Brenda Collier; a grandson, Craig Collier; and three brothers and two sisters.

She was a member of the First Church of Christ in Grayson, where she was very active helping with the food pantry, and serving on the Bereavement Committee.

She was one of the founding members of the Graysonian Club. She was a member of Grayson Chapter #10 Eastern Star where she had served as worthy matron. Dora had worked for Ralph’s and Justice IGA in the deli and bakery departments.

This little 93-year-old Italian lady smile could light up a room. Mamaw Dora or Mamaw Dor Dor was maybe the sweetest soul ever met. Her story was one for the history book – a young Italian lady who met an American soldier and fell in love; she left her family and traveled across oceans to start a new life – a life that was filled with love, laughter, family and most importantly, faith.

Her home caught fire and her body inhaled too much smoke. I know she was welcomed at the gates of Heaven by Jesus, her precious Jim and many others. She was an inspiration to all who knew her – her stories were mesmerizing – her food delicious – her hugs….special.

She may have been small in stature (it was every grandkids goal to surpass Mamaw Dora in height) but her heart was big, her devotion to her family was everything and most importantly her Faith was in Christ.

She is survived by a daughter, Nan (Ben) McGuire of Grayson; three sons, Larry (Pat) Collier, David (Becky) Collier, both of Grayson and Forrest (Robin) Collier of Ridgeland, MS; fifteen grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and a great-great-granddaughter.

Funeral Services Wednesday, January 6, 2021 Sparks Funeral Home, Ben James, minister.

Burial Hillcrest Cemetery in Grayson.

Serving as pallbearers Todd Collier, James O. Collier, Josh McGuire, Andrew Collier, Aaron Collier, and Stephen Collier.

Memorial contributions First Church of Christ Building Fund, 287 Pomeroy St., Grayson, KY 41143.

Larry Weddington

1971 - 2021

Larry A. “Fred” Weddington II, 49, of Flatwoods, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at his residence of a sudden illness.

Fred was born August 17, 1971 in Williamson, WVa. to Larry A. I and Sandi Smith Weddington of Russell.

Fred was a Production Manager for Ashland Prosthetic and Orthotic Services in Ashland, a member of the Raceland Assembly of God Church where he was also a member of the Praise and Worship Team.

Fred was an avid guitar player and collector of many. Surviving him are, his wife Renae Houston Weddington of Flatwoods, 2 daughters, Mallory Carpenter of Lexington, Ky. and Avery Carpenter of Flatwoods, a sister, Amy Weddington Saunders and her husband Matt of Russell, 2 nieces, Rachel and Hannah Saunders, his Uncle Brad Smith of Williamson, WVa., his mother-in-law Diane Houston of Flatwoods and his father-in-law, Donald Houston of Argillite, and his precious dogs, Chopper, Bocco, and Ziggy.

Funeral services Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Raceland Assembly of God Church with Pastor Chad Haggard officiating.

Burial Bellefonte Memorial Gardens in Russell.

Arrangements Music Family Funeral Home.

Donald Harris

1936 - 2020

Donald “Donnie” E. Harris, 84, of Worthington, passed away December 3, 2020 at his residence.

Mr. Harris was born February 3, 1936 in Russell, to the late Earl and Lou Miller Harris.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one daughter, April Denise Harris; one son, Danny Glenn Harris; along with one brother, Jack Harris.

Donnie was a proud veteran of the United States Army and retired from Armco Steel after 40 years of employment. He was a member of the Smith Masonic Lodge 775, where he was a 32nd degree mason; he was also a member of the El Hasa Shriners as well as the Scottish Rite. Parades were a highlight when people would see him riding around in the Harris Wheel that he invented. He was an avid University of Kentucky Basketball fan and NASCAR fan.

Donnie was a brilliant carpenter in his free time. He is also a former Ham Radio operator that would train other users on the device. In his younger years he enjoyed coaching his children’s little league baseball teams; he was also a former boxing coach.

He is survived by his wife of 31 years Janet Brewer Harris; one son, Donnie Harris; three daughters, Cheri-Mattoon (Jim) Clark, Jennifer (David) Alford and Miana (Jason) Carpenter; one daughter-in-law, Gail Harris; grandchildren who lovingly called him Pap, Brandi Harris, April Botticelli, Jeremy Adams, Kimberly Claypoole, Hunter Alford, Hayden Alford, Laken Carpenter, Archer Carpenter, Easton Carpenter, Ashleigh Fode and Austin Becker; several great-grandchildren; one brother, John (Lois) Harris; one sister, Bonita Pemberton; along with special friends, Chester and Kim Harris and Bruce Roach.

Funeral services were private.

Carman Funeral Home.

Pauline Cooper

1935 - 2021

Pauline Cooper, 85 of South Shore, Kentucky passed away, Jan.8, 2021 in Wurtland Nursing and Rehab in Wurtland, KY. She was born in South Shore, KY, June 8, 1935, a daughter of the late Lonnie Crislip and Mary Sturgill. She was a member of the Portsmouth Apostolic Church.

Preceded in death besides her parents were her husband, Leonard Cooper, Jan. 2000, three brothers, Roba Crislip, Raymond Crislip and Robert Burgess J.R., two sisters, Gladys Mae Sparks and Ruby Griffis.

Surviving are one daughter, Debbie (Ralph) Craft of Portsmouth, Ohio, one son, Leonard Eugene (Sheila) Cooper of South Shore, Kentucky, eight grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

Funeral services 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021 Roberson Funeral Home in South Shore with Pastor Randy Schintzius, officiating.

Burial MT Zion Cemetery, South Shore, KY.

Online condolences robersonfuneral.com

Carl Thompson

1948 - 2021

Carl Edward Thompson, 73, of Ashland, returned to his heavenly home on Thursday, January 7, 2021.

He was born January 3, 1948, in South Shore, Kentucky, a son of the late Herbert Andrew and Judy Barker Thompson.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Sturgill and three brothers, Ron Thompson, Bill Thompson and Bob Thompson.

He was a 1966 graduate of Paul Blazer High School. He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree and Rank 1 certification from Morehead State University.

Carl was a faithful member of Unity Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon and on numerous committees.

He retired following a 34 year career in education with Fairview Independent School System. During his tenure he served as a teacher, coach, counselor and superintendent. He was awarded K.E.D.C. Superintendent of the Year and was involved with many civic and professional organizations, including the Gideons and Ramey Estep Home.

Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 45 years, Marlene Eskew Thompson of Ashland; brothers, Herbert Thompson, David (Brenda) Thompson and Mike (Linda) Thompson all of Ashland; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, dear friends, and a special buddy, Tommy.

Visitation will be held from Noon. Until 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Steen Funeral Home Central Avenue Chapel followed by the funeral service at 2 p.m.

For those who wish, live streaming of the service will be available at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday by clicking the link on Carl’s tribute at steenfuneralhome.com.

Words of comfort will be provided by Pastor Rob Lockhart and Pastor Brad Calloway. Following the service, Carl will be laid to rest in Ashland Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be his nephews, Kyle Thompson, Greg Thompson, Philip Thompson, David Thompson, Britton Blair, Alvin Bailey and two close friends, Mark Maynard and Vessie Hughes.

Contributions in Carl’s memory may be directed to your favorite charity.

Billy R. Stacy

1936 – 2021

Billy R. Stacy, 84, of Argillite went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 4, 2021.

Mr. Stacy was born October 11, 1936 in Argillite, a son of the late Hobert Stacy and Ardealia Kiser Stacy.

He is also preceded in death by one sister, Nancy Collins; three brothers, Allen Stacy, Jimmy H. Stacy and Harlan Stacy.

Mr. Stacy is survived by his sister, Judy Collins; his brother, Douglas Stacy, as well as many nieces and nephews who will all miss him dearly.

A memorial service for Billy R. Stacy will be held at a later date.

Arrangements Evans Funeral Home

Constance Browning

1942 - 2021

Constance “Connie” Joan Browning, 78, of Flatwoods, Kentucky passed away January 3, 2021 at Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland, Kentucky.

Mrs. Browning was born February 21, 1942 in Ironton, Ohio a daughter of the late Edward Monroe and Alma Lorainne Stephens Jenkins.

She was a school teacher in the Greenup County School System for 28 years.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother Gary Jenkins and one grandson Clayton James Browning.

She is survived by her husband James David Browning Sr. of 58 years, Two sons James David Browning Jr. of Columbus, Ohio, Dana Dale (Regina Kay) Browning of Shelbyville, Kentucky; Two grandchildren Emma Claire Browning and Dempsey Wade Browning; One niece Kelsey Jenkins Patterson of Flatwoods, Kentucky; One nephew Gary Jenkins Jr. of Portsmouth, Ohio;
One sister-in-law Jo Jenkins Hammonds of Greenup, Kentucky
Service Thursday January 7, 2021 at Reed Funeral Home in Greenup, Kentucky by Dr. Tom Melvin.

Burial Bellefonte Memorial Garden in Flatwoods, Kentucky.

Condolences www.rlrfuneralhome.com. 

David Little

1961 – 2021

David Allen Little, 59, passed away January 5, 2021 in Flatwoods, Kentucky at his residence.

Mr. Little was born July 23, 1961 in Louisville, Kentucky a son of the late John Little and Anna Pearl Hall Caldwell.

He was a United States Army Veteran. He served in Desert Storm and retired after 20 years in the military.

He was the sound and lighting engineer for Rock Bottom Band and was a valuable band member.

He is survived by his girlfriend Shirley Foster of Columbus, Ohio; One son David Alexander (Sara) Little of South Shore, Kentucky; One step-sister Becky Caldwell Ward of Columbus, Ohio; One grandson David Andrew Little.

Graveside service Monday January 11, 2021 Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North East in Greenup, Kentucky by Bro. Jason Blevins.

Reed Funeral Home in Greenup, Kentucky is in charge of arrangements.

 Condolences www.rlrfuneralhome.com.

Donald R. Maynard

1934-2021

Donald R. Maynard, “Banjo Picker”, 86, of Charleston, WV, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2021, at Hubbard Hospice House East after a brief illness.

Donald was born on March 24, 1934, in Pikeville, KY, to the late Clinton and Edith Thompson Maynard.

Mr. Maynard served in the United States Army and a truck driver for Wilson Freight, Central Steel and Wire, and Liquid Air until his retirement.

He loved banjos and was an avid bluegrass fan. Donald attended Mount Olivet Baptist Church of Charleston, WV.

Mr. Maynard is survived by his loving wife of forty years, Ann Maynard of Charleston, WV; his daughter, Terrie (Mike) Barnes of Titusville, FL; a step son, Steve (Trina) Vanover and step daughter, Lisa Allen both of Ironton, OH; his grandchildren, Lee (Deborah) Taylor of Jacksonville, FL, Matt Taylor of Titusville, FL, Sara Vanover, Kristen (Bradley) Barcus, and Michelle (Al) Parece all of Ironton, OH; his great-grandchildren: Zach and Braden Taylor, Maveric, Tank, and Mayler McFann; and a host of extended family and friends.

Arrangements Bailey Family Funeral Home in Flatwoods, KY.